Biodiversity 2

a rapid increase in biodiversity.

the introduction of exotic species.

the extinction of many species in a short period of time.

a benefit to the environment.

a species in danger of extinction.

a species growing on public land.

an organism brought to a place where it has not lived before.

a species that has disappeared entirely.

slower than at any other time in this century.

due primarily to the actions of humans.

the result of natural environmental processes.

of little consequence to Earth’s long-term survival.

captive-breeding programs are often ineffective.

non-native plant species never flourish in new areas.

habitat destruction accounts for most extinctions.

compromise is impossible on environmental issues.

endangered species

endemic species

exotic species

invasive species

those with small populations

those that migrate or need special habitats

those with large populations that breed quickly

Both (a) and (b)

hunting and destroying habitats.

polluting and introducing non-native species.

Both (a) and (b)

Neither (a) nor (b)

coastal California

Hawaiian Islands

Florida Everglades

All of the above

cities and developed areas of the world

islands, tropical rain forests, and coastal areas

desert and polar environments

All of the above

invasive species

exotic species

extinct species

endangered species